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Chicken and Tomato Risotto by M&S
M&S

Chicken and Tomato Risotto

Barcode 29318636
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Chicken and Tomato Risotto is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list consists of basic culinary ingredients (rice, vegetables, chicken, herbs, spices, cheese, common oils, basic sugar) and simple preparations (garlic purée, tomato paste). There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners beyond basic cornflour, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, or industrial sugar syrups. Therefore, according to the provided NOVA-oriented rules, this would not be considered an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    cooked risotto rice (24%) (water, risotto rice)
  • OK
    cooked chicken breast (19%)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    tomatoes
    A common fleshy fruit used as a vegetable in salads, sauces and cooking; rich in water and vitamins.
  • OK
    tomatoes (6%) (semi-dried tomatoes, rapeseed oil, salt, dried garlic, dried oregano)
  • OK
    onions
    A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
  • OK
    tomato paste
    Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    carrots
    Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
  • OK
    dry white wine
  • OK
    lemon juice
    The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
  • OK
    celery
    A crunchy green stalk vegetable used as a herb or vegetable ingredient in dishes for flavor and texture.
  • OK
    arugula (rocket)
    Leafy green, peppery-tasting salad green often used raw in salads or as a garnish.
  • OK
    roasted garlic purée
    Smooth purée made from garlic that has been roasted; used to impart mellow garlic flavor in sauces, dressings, and dishes.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    pecorino cheese (_milk_)
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • OK
    ground spices (smoked paprika, black pepper, fennel seeds)
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    vegetable oil (sunflower/rapeseed)
    A neutral-tasting cooking oil extracted from sunflower and/or rapeseed; used for frying and sautéing.
  • OK
    low fat soft cheese (_milk_)
  • OK
    sundried tomatoes
  • OK
    basil
    A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
  • OK
    white wine vinegar
    A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
  • OK
    dried herbs (oregano, mint, rosemary)
  • OK
    chili flakes
    Crushed dried chili peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes; a common spice.
  • OK
    cracked black pepper
    Coarsely ground peppercorns used as a spice to season dishes.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    basil oil
  • OK
    garlic oil
    Oil infused with garlic flavor, used as a cooking oil or flavoring. Could be pure garlic-infused oil or a formulation with additives.

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Common questions about Chicken and Tomato Risotto

Is Chicken and Tomato Risotto ultra-processed?

No — Chicken and Tomato Risotto by M&S is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list consists of basic culinary ingredients (rice, vegetables, chicken, herbs, spices, cheese, common oils, basic sugar) and simple preparations (garlic purée, tomato paste). There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners beyond basic cornflour, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, or industrial sugar syrups. Therefore, according to the provided NOVA-oriented rules, this would not be considered an ultra-processed food.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

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